Revelations

visions, prophecy, and politics in the book of Revelation

English language

Published Dec. 6, 2012 by Viking.

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978-0-670-02334-9
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Explores the New Testament book of Revelation in a historical first-century context, reinterpreting the book as a scathing attack on the decadence of Rome that was subsequently adopted by early Christians as a weapon against heresy.

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5 stars

This book represents another of author and scholar Elaine Pagels' brilliant deep dives into a fairly niche area of study, and one that most lay readers would not be familiar with. As such, it is fascinating and enlightening. The controversy surrounding the Book of Revelation is perhaps well-known, but the gritty history of how it won its position in the Biblical canon is something that all Christians should take an interest in. Highly recommend this one.

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Subjects

  • Criticism, interpretation
  • Bible
  • Eschatology